 Kuwait's PM resigns to clear the way for a new government February 5, 2012 - 16:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Kuwait's caretaker Prime Minister has stepped down to clear the way for a new government after parliamentary elections dominated by hard-line Islamists and other opposition groups. According to The Associated Press, the Gulf nation's emir accepted the resignation Sunday, Feb 5, of Sheik Jaber Al Hamad Al Sabah, a former defense chief who was appointed in November amid intense political turmoil that forced elections. The emir will appoint the new government, and is expected to keep key posts in the hands of the ruling family. But Western-allied leaders also will face pressure to give a stronger role for opposition forces. Islamists and conservative tribal allies took the majority of seats in Kuwait's 50-member parliament in Thursday's voting.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year  German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan.Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan.Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |
